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Dr. D. Lakshmi is an Assistant Professor of Physics at PSG College of Arts and Science, Tamil Nadu, India, with a specialization in 2D and 3D metal oxides, alloys, and composites for Li-Ion Batteries and related applications. She has authored approximately 35 research publications and book chapters in high-impact international journals, reflecting her significant contributions to the field. With an h-index of 10, her ongoing projects are poised to advance energy storage technologies and materials science. Dr. Lakshmi has been honored with prestigious awards, including the DST-INSPIRE Faculty Fellowship, CSIR Research Associateship, CEFIPRA-ESONN International Fellowship, and the Young Researcher Bursary from ESRF, France. She is also a recognized reviewer for leading journals such as the Journal of Alloys and Compounds, Ceramics International, Journal of Energy Storage, and Ionics. Throughout her research career, Dr. Lakshmi has successfully completed two funded projects and is currently leading an in-house funded project. Her contributions extend beyond research to include academic teaching, mentoring, and delivering keynote presentations at international research events. Her work underscores a strong commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions through innovative materials and the enhancement of Li-Ion Battery technology. Dr. Vallimanalan holds a PhD in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering from National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirapalli, India. He is an accomplished researcher with expertise in high entropy alloys, corrosion & wear resistant coatings, thermal spray coatings, and the development of new alloys. With a passion for advancing materials science, he has contributed significantly to the field with more than 20 peer-reviewed publications, an h-index of 6, and 180 citations. Currently, Dr. Vallimanalan serves in the Department of Physics at PSG College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore as an Assistant Professor (Research). As an editor of the book Dr. Vallimanalan brings a multidisciplinary perspective to the development and application of advanced materials. |